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Ksenija Sidorova ausgezeichnet mit dem ‚Grossen Musikpreis“, Riga - Lettland
‘Big Squeeze’ Akkordeonwettbewerb-Auditionen, Houston – USA
José Valadez Recitals, Monterrey - México
Reports for Concerts, Masterclasses, Competitions, Festivals, etc. |
Video: Brave Combo with Dallas Wind Symphony, ‘Mollie B. Polka Party’ Taping – USA63rd San Remo Music Festival, Liguria – ItalyVideo: Nemanja Drazic Performs Franck Angelis Work Intérieur - Serbia'Play Your Accordion Without Pain', New Chapter Released - USAVideo: REVAPO the 1st Roland V Accordion Orchestra Performs - GermanyDorothy Lukins Passes Away, Buckinghamshire – UKVideo: Alexander Skliarov Performs Valse by ShenderevMarco Lo Russo New CD ‘Modern Accordion’, Rome – ItalyVideo: Roland 2007 1st V-Accordion Festival Video - Italy‘14 Years Ago’ – There’s always the unexpected!
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‘Accordion Hospital’, Castelfidardo – ItalyMMSF Royal Festival Hall recital: Martynas Levickis, London – UKTony Compton, Barry Smith @ Harlow Accordion Club, Essex – UKWorkshops und Akkordeon-Grenzenlos 2013
39th NAAFC Annual Festival, Scotland – UKSergej Tchirkov Master Class, Venice - ItalyAccordion Festival, Zagreb – CroatiaCristina Pato Trio Concert, New Jersey – USA
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Mingyuan Ruan releasing new CDPearl Fawcett-Adriano releasing CDsGary Dahl Music eBooks Now Released - USA
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“Wing Span” – Contemporary Danish Accordion Music & Classical Works CD by Adam ØrvadHelp Desk, Information needed, Readers CommentsSubmit Your Question, CommentSUBMIT NOW |
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10. „Star Ways“ Akkordeon Wettbewerb Kragujevac - Serbiaby Rob Howard |
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 Der 10. „Star Ways“ Akkordeon Wettbewerb für junge Akkordeonisten findet in, Kragujevac, Serbien, vom 18-21 April unter der Leiung von Prof. Radomir Tomic (Bild links) statt.Der Wettbewerb umfasst folgende Kategorien: - Piano Akkordeon mit Standard-Bass; - Knopfakkordeon mit Standard-Bass; - Alle Arten von Akkordeons mit Free Bass; - Für alleTeilnehmer 1997 oder später geboren, gibt es die Kategorien für alle Arten von Akkordeons. Zur Verfügung stehen 2000 Euro an Preisgeld. Anmeldungen müssen bis zum 20. März eigereicht werden. Die kompletten Vorschriften sowie das Anmeldeformular sind unter: 2013StarWays.pdf" target="_blank">2013StarWays zu konsultieren Für weitere Informationen email: ad_libitum_kg@hotmail.com |
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Ksenija Sidorova ausgezeichnet mit dem ‚Grossen Musikpreis“, Riga - Lettlandby Rob Howard |
 Die Lettischen Akkordeonisten Ksenija Sidorova erhielt den renommierten "Great Music Award 'für ihre herausragende Leistung von' Prophecy 'von Erki Svena Tira, am Dienstag 19. Februar in der Großen Guil Hall in Riga, verliehen.Der "Great Music Award 'ist der höchste staatliche Auszeichung in Lettland, die jährlich vom Ministerin für Kultur präsentiert wird. Jeder Empfänger erhält eine silberne Statuette und einen Geldpreis in Höhe von 1.000 latu. |
‘Big Squeeze’ Akkordeonwettbewerb-Auditionen, Houston – USAby Rob Howard |
 oben - Zwei Videos Highlights aus dem2011 Halbfinale.Texas Folklife kündigt ihren siebten jährlichen "Big Squeeze" Akkordeon Wettbewerb für Texas Musiker bis 21 Jahre an. Die Non-Profit-Organisation ist bemüht zur das vielfältiges kulturelle texanische Erbe, für Spieler in jedem Genre der Akkordeon-basierte Musik, einschließlich Zydeco, Cajun, deutschen, tschechischen und polnischen Polka, Tejano, Conjunto und Norteño suchen, sowie wie andere Genres zu erhalten und zu fördern. Die ersten 2013 "Big Squeeze" Ausscheidungen findet am Talento Bilingüe, Houston, am 23. Februar, 03.30 Uhr, und Akkordeon Jam mit Akkordeonisten Johnny Ramirez und Tina Vega und Houstonian der Promesa Mortal, eine junge, energische Houston Familienband. Am 24. Februar, auch 3.30, die nächste Aufnahmeprüfung im The Big Easy Social Club in Houston, mit den Zydeco squeezeboxers die nach den Auditionen zum Akkordeon Jam führen – mit den ehemaligen 'Big Squeeze "champ Keyun Dickson und Finalist Ruben Paul Moreno. Im Big Easy gibt es von der nationalen Zydeco Stiftung Akkordeon Jam um 8:00 Uhr offen für Akkordeonisten 21 Jahre und älter. "Big Squeeze" ist zurück in Houston am 23. März zu Auditionen in Tomball während des Deutschen Heritage Festival auf dem Bluegrass Bühne. Laden Sie die komplette Wettbewerbsregeln unter: 2013Squeeze |
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José Valadez Recitals, Monterrey - Méxicoby Rob Howard |
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 Der führende mexikanischen Konzert-Akkordeonist José Valadez wird im März zwei Recitals im März aufführen:14. März, 08.00 Uhr - Konzert im 'Chorus Educación Musical', Puerto México 240, Col. Valle de las Brisas, Monterrey, Nuevo León, México. Das Programm umfasst Musik von Rossini, Offenbach, Schubert, Lecuona. und andere. Eintritt 5 $. Alle Erlöse gehen an Luis Alejandro Flores Gracián, ein Junge, der im Kampf gegen Leukämie ist gespendet werden. 20. März 08.00 - Akkordeon und Streichorchester, am Teatro del Centro de las Artes, Parque Fundidora, Monterrey, NL José Valadez wird vom Orquesta Intermedia de la Escuela Superior de Música y Danza de Monterrey begleitet werden, und das Programm umfasst "The Italian Girl in Algier" - Rossini, "Carnival of Venice" - Frosini, "Orpheus in der Unterwelt" - Offenbach - "Concerto Nr. 7 BWV 1058" - JS Bach - Konzert Nr. 13 'der Kuckuck und der Nightngale' - Händel und "Concerto Armonico '- R. Caberlotto. Der Eintritt ist frei Für weitere Informationen email: joseavaladez@prodigy.net.mx |
Reports for Concerts, Masterclasses, Competitions, Festivals, etc. |
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 Brave Combo, performing the Polish polka, "Tattletale," as a twist, in concert with The Dallas Wind Symphony, Texas on Fat Tuesday, February 12, 2013.Brave Combo will be playing next for a 8pm set for the ‘Mollie B. Polka Party’ taping at the Sokol Hall, Ennis, Texas, 1pm until 9pm, on Saturday February 23rd. Also performing are Polka Nuts (Colorado), SqueezeBox with Jim Busta (Minnesota), Texas Dutchmen, The Bohemian Knights (Oklahoma), Jodie Mikula Orchestra (Texas), and the Ennis Czech Boys (Texas). |
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| The 63rd San Remo Music Festival, organized by Fabio Fazio and Luciana Littizzetto, was held from February 12th to 16th. This festival is Italy’s most-watched non-sports television broadcast, covered for five days by the state broadcaster RAI. The winner this year was Marco Mengoni with his song ‘L’essenziale’ (he is also an ex-winner of an X-Factor edition in Italy). But also this year the accordion took part on stage in the music of Simone Cristicchi with his song ‘La prima volt ache sono morto’. Pictures above including accordion player. |
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| This video was released on 14th February, from a concert filmed 14th July 2012. Nemanja Drazic Performs Franck Angelis work Intérieur |
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  This is an ebook (able to be emailed to you, Acrobat pdf format). John Bonica PT CMP NZRP has released the 3rd Chapter of his book 'Play Your Accordion Without Pain'. The chapter is titled: 'Neck and Neck-Related Symptoms'.This exciting ebook is being published chapter by chapter, at least one chapter per month. Released to date is: Introduction Chapter 1 - An Overview Chapter 2 - Learning to Read Your Body’s Signals Chapter 3 - Neck and Neck-Related Symptoms There will be a minimum of 24 chapters. As a special introductory offer, you can purchase the whole book for US$22 (or Euro equivalent) and be sent each chapter by email as it is released. Further information at: John Bonica |
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| REVAPO led by Walter Bigler is the 1st Roland V Accordion Orchestra and they perform Final Countdown! |
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 Long serving accordion and dance teacher Dorothy Lukins passed away on Friday February 15th 2013 in Iver, Buckinghamshire. She was in her late 80s.The widow of Martin Lukins, one of Britain’s most exciting post-war accordionists and successful teachers, Dorothy was a highly accomplished accordion teacher and band musical director in her own right, and for decades her bands and pupils won many prizes in NAO regional and national competitions. Dorothy is pictured left with popular accordionist Gary Blair. Dorothy was the mother of accordionists David and Sandra Lukins, mother-in-law of Angie, and grandmother of Andrew. |
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| Alexander Skliarov Performs Valse by Shenderev |
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 Italian accordionist Marco Lo Russo has just released a new CD, ‘Modern Accordion’, available via his website. The style is ethnic jazz, and the 17 self-composed tracks include Moments in Life, Taksim Accordion, Solemn Promises, Big Fun, Dernière Valse, Flamentango, Bajo La Piel, Eastern Fiesta, Dreamers, Moon Over Catamarca, Luces De La Ciudad, Deep Tango, Obscurity, Pulsaciones, Evoluciones, Morning Star, Punjab Tango.For further information email: stampa@marcolorusso.com |
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Video 2: Finals, Contestants 5 to 7 (includes 1st, 2nd and 3rd winners)
Video 3: Concert
Video 4: Results and Presentation
Video 5:Interviews, general event filming
 Roland have provided full video of the 1st V-Accordion International Festival which was held in Italy, 9th and 10th October 2007.You can see the video on this news page or see larges sized video plus full photo report at: 2007 Rome Festival (10th October) Video 1: Finals, Contestants 1 to 4 Video 2: Finals, Contestants 5 to 7 (includes 1st, 2nd and 3rd winning performances) Video 3: Concert Video 4: Results and Presentation Video 5: Interviews, filming around the event, performances from the earlier rounds of the competition. Full photo report at: 2007 Rome Festival |
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 The Accordions Worldwide Weekly News for the week ending February 26th 1999 included an item from Gary Blair about a dance he played where the electricity supply went off, and the gig was done acoustically and by candlelight. Most musicians have memories of unusual incidents at their gigs, and this is the sort of incident not likely to be forgotten.CANDLELIGHT CEILIDH - SCOTLAND The Gary Blair Ceilidh Band had a rather unusual gig last week when they were booked to perform at a Ceilidh in Cardross. Upon arriving at the venue, they found that there had been a power cut. Fortunately there was an ample supply of gas lighting and candles and since the event was for the Scout movement, it seemed only fitting for the concert to proceed although the band had to perform without amplification. They were relieved that the power was restored during the interval! Despite this setback, a wonderful night was had by all. |
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| ‘Accordion Hospital’ is a daily special 2 hour workshop about accordion repairs and maintenance that will be held during 'The World of Accordion' Festival, in Castelfidardo, Ancona, Italy. The festival runs from June 29th to July 7th 2013. For further information visit the website of the 'The World of Accordion' Festival or email: the.world.of.accordion@gmail.com |
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 Martynas Levickis performs a recital at the Royal Festival Hall, London, on Sunday February 24th, 6pm. His program, also involving violinist Abraham McWilliams, includes: ‘Pastorale in E major, Op. 19’ – Franck; ‘Sonata No. 1’ - Efrem Podgaits; ‘Fantasia and fugue in A minor BWV 561’ – JS Bach; ‘Hungarian Dance No. 5’ (arr. for accordion and violin) – Brahms; ‘Jewish Folk-Tunes on the Theme of Hava Nagila’ (arr. for accordion and violin) – traditional.The accordion recital is followed at 7.30pm by a concert with the Philharmonia Orchestra, conducted by Vladimir Ashkenazy, and the program includes: ‘Quatre chansons françaises’ – Britten, ‘Piano Concerto No. 21, K467’ – Mozart, and ‘Symphony No. 4’ – Mahler. The evening is in aid of the Martin Musical Scholarship Fund. For further information email: K.INGRAM@ram.ac.uk |
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 On Thursday February 28th, 7.30pm, accordionists Tony Compton and Barry Smith are the joint guests at Harlow Accordion Club. The Harlow Accordion Club Band (MD Jean Hanger) - will also perform.Harlow AC is based at The Links Social Club, Parsloe Rd, Essex CM19 4RT. For further information email: jeanhanger@ntlworld.com |
Workshops und Akkordeon-Grenzenlos 2013by Rob Howard |
 Cajonworkshop für Anfänger und leicht FortgeschritteneSamstag 16.03.2013 10.00 - 12.30 Uhr, 14.00 - 17.00 Uhr Anmeldeschluss: (Fr) 22.02.2013 (max. Teilnehmerzahl 25 Personen) Dozent: Matthias Philipzen Thema: Das Cajon als vollwertigen Schlagzeugersatz einsetzen zu können und somit flexibler und vielseitiger zu werden. Vermittelt werden verschiedene Schlagtechniken, sowie das Erzeugen von speziellen Sounds auf dem Cajon. Sie erlernen die Schlagzeugrhythmen und verschiedene Stilistiken und Adaption des Cajons in das Drumset: der bespielbare Schlagzeughocker. Matthias Philipzen ist Dozent für Percussion an der Würzburger Hochschule. Seit vielen Jahren leitet er europaweit Workshops und vermittelt Laien und Profis Spielweisen und Handhabung der verschiedensten Percussionsinstrumenten. Instrumente sind zahlreich vorhanden. Seminargebühr: 35.- € Musizieren mit dem Akkordeon im Großgruppen-Unterricht Samstag den 10.03.2013 09.00 – 16.30 Uhr Anmeldeschluss: (Fr) 22.02.2013 Dozentin: Sabine Kölz Voraussetzungen: Instrument und Notenständer bitte mitbringen. Zielgruppe: Interessierte Akkordeon-Lehrer, die eine Akkordeon-AG in Kooperation mit einer Grundschule anbieten möchten. Thema: Ist das Musizieren mit dem Akkordeon im Großgruppen- Unterricht möglich? Ja, es ist möglich – und macht dazu noch sehr viel Spaß! In diesem Workshop gibt Sabine Kölz Tipps und Anregungen zur Organisation, Durchführung und Gestaltung des Unterrichts. Seminargebühr: 50.- € Weitere Informationen unter email: info@hohner-konservatorium.de |
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 The 39th National Association of Accordion and Fiddle Clubs annual festival is takes place on Saturday March 2nd, starting at 9am. This is held at the Inchyra Grange Hotel, Polmont FK2 0YB, Scotland. This year’s Composer for Open Accordion Championship - Marie Fielding, Composer for Open Fiddle Championship - Ian Powrie, New Section - Accordion Showband. The Band competition includes a Trophy for Junior Band. The adjudicators: Accordion - Liam Stewart, Alexander Lindsay, Gary Donaldson. Fiddle - Claire Telford, Tom Lapsley, Douglas Lawrence. Classical accordion - Wayne Robertson, Djordje Gajic. Rhythm - Scott Gordon. Evening Concert commencing at the conclusion of the Band Competition, with dancing to Tom Orr and his Scottish Dance Band, starting at 9pm. For further information email: lorna.mair@ymail.com |
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 Russian accordionist Sergej Tchirkov will conduct master classes and perform a concert in Venice, Italy, April 8th to 10th. The event is organized by Pas-E Productions of Art & Sound Ensemble in collaboration with A Plus A, Centro Espositivo Sloveno, Venice.The master class is open to students, instrumentalists and composers of any nationality that can participate as full students or audience members. For soloists there will be 3 individual lessons for each selected full participant; each lesson will last 45 minutes. For duo or chamber music there will be 3 lessons for each selected ensemble, and each lesson will last 45 minutes. On April 8th, 8pm, at the Ateneo Veneto, Aula Magna, Sergej Tchirkov will give a conference open to the general public on the contemporary accordion, in which he will analyze the piece he will play in a concert later the same day. The concert programme will include pieces by Pierluigi Billone, Helmut Oehring, Sergej Newski, Pasi Lyytikäinen and Sehyung Kim. For further information email: masterclass@pas-e.org or info@tchirkov.eu |
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 An Accordion Festival takes place at the Ivana Art Studio, Pavilion Zrinjevac, Zagreb, Croatia, from June 11th to 15th, organized by Semir Hasic (pictured left), involving various styles of music and many performers and orchestras.For further information email: semir.sammy.hasic@gmail.com |
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| The Cristina Pato Trio perform in concert on February 24th, 5pm, at the Ingalls Recital Hall, City University, New Jersey. Admission is free. With bagpiper, pianist and vocalist Cristina Pato are accordionist Victor Prieto and percussionist John Hadfield. For further information email: victorprieto2001@yahoo.com |
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 Mingyuan Ruan releasing new CD with eTracks titled 'Chinese Accordion Great Performance', catalog: CAGP400 with sound samples. Music performed by Mingyuan Ruan. Purchase online |
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  Pearl Fawcett-Adriano releasing 3 new CD's titled'The Jewel Of The Accordion', catalog: pearlcd09, 'The Two Great Pietros', catalog: pearlcd10 and 'Les Melodies Continentales', catalog: pearlcd11 with sound samples. Music performed by Pearl Fawcett-Adriano. Purchase online. |
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 Updated Site: Following on the big success of the Gary Dahl graded specials series of eSheet music (able to be sent to you by email), Gary Dahl has now released three Music eBooks.Cat No: DH01 Collection #1 Latin Spectacular - 10 titles, Besame Mucho, Amapola, Tico Tico, Brazil, Beyond the Sea, El Cumbanchero, Adios Muchachos, Spanish Eyes, A Day in the Life of a Fool, Amour, over 26 pages of high quality arrangements for only US$24.95 or Euro equivalent. |
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 CD Reviews Index for the Review of “Wing Span” – Contemporary Danish Accordion Music & Classical Works CD by Adam Ørvad, in Italian language, reviewed by Alessandro Mugnoz. |
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